My aim with the Winehog is unchanged, but I have for some time wanted a stronger focus on the hedonistic pleasure and simple enjoyment of drinking Burgundies. I have therefore adjusted my mission statement: "My mission is to help readers find more … [Read more...] about The new Winehog rating system – vins d’émotion
Maison des Joncs – past, present and future meet
One of the most exciting visits on my November trip to Burgundy was the Saturday tasting at Maison des Joncs at the Château de Bligny-les-Beaune. Maison des Joncs is the brainchild of Jae Chu, aka Jaeok Chu Cramette, who is now the winemaker at … [Read more...] about Maison des Joncs – past, present and future meet
Visit to Domaine J.-F. Mugnier, tasting the 2018 vintage
I adore J.-F. Mugnier's wines (as do most people). They have a core of enjoyability rarely seen in Burgundy. Joie de vivre is a good way to describe the sensation evoked by these wines, although they are so much more than plain and simple hedonistic … [Read more...] about Visit to Domaine J.-F. Mugnier, tasting the 2018 vintage
Announcing the 20th celebration of La Paulée de New York – March 4-7, 2020
20 years with La Paulée de New York .. certainly worth a celebration. To be honest its always worth celebrating Burgundy - and Daniel Johnnes have assembled a very impressive group of vignerons to join the Paulée 2020. Certainly worth a detour as … [Read more...] about Announcing the 20th celebration of La Paulée de New York – March 4-7, 2020
Terroir Insight: Nicolas Faure Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Herbues
The Nuits-Saint-Georges village vineyard Les Herbues is attaining a special status, with extra appeal to the true vineyard geeks - in the most positive way. Independent and individualist producers are exploring this terroir and making exciting wines … [Read more...] about Terroir Insight: Nicolas Faure Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Herbues
Vins d’émotion: the Winehog choices
Rating and evaluating wines is a personal thing - although some claim a completely impartial and unbiased palate! I, on the other hand, admit that I have my preferences and a palate that has some biases that in the end will influence my ratings … [Read more...] about Vins d’émotion: the Winehog choices
Visit to Domaine Mugneret-Gibourg, tasting the 2018s
Domaine Mugneret-Gibourg is always a treat, even in the relatively hot 2018 vintage. We were received by Marie-Christine Mugneret and got a short introduction to the vintage. The wines here are always in balance with the vintage, and express the … [Read more...] about Visit to Domaine Mugneret-Gibourg, tasting the 2018s
Henri Boillot Corton-Charlemagne 2017
The 2017 Corton-Charlemagne from Henri Boillot is a delightful wine, offering both true class and hedonistic pleasures. The nose is open and expressive - very charming with lovely orchard fruits, notes of peach and pear, and infused with citrus … [Read more...] about Henri Boillot Corton-Charlemagne 2017